Famous people and celebrities born on July 17

Welcome to our celebration of remarkable individuals born on July 17! On this day, we recognize the birth of various influential celebrities who have left their mark on the world. From acclaimed actors and musicians to groundbreaking athletes and leaders, explore the lives and achievements of those who share this special birthday. Join us in honoring these stars and discovering the impact they've made across diverse fields.

• 1899 James Cagney

  American actor who often played the role of the tough guy or gangster. after he smashed a grapefruit into mae clark's face, he became an overnight success in "public enemy" (1931). in 1943, he won an oscar for best actor for his portrayal of "yankee doodle dandy".

• 1907 Barbara Stanwyck

  Iconic Hollywood actress of the Golden Age, known for her versatility in film noir, westerns, and melodramas, with notable roles in 'Double Indemnity' and 'Sorry, Wrong Number'.

• 1911 Ginger Rogers

  Legendary Hollywood actress and dancer, famous for her iconic partnership with Fred Astaire in numerous musical films.

• 1912 Art Linkletter

  Art Linkletter was a legendary Canadian-American radio and television host known for his popular shows 'People Are Funny', 'House Party', and 'Life with Linkletter'. Over 16 years of broadcasting, he interviewed over 30,000 people and became famous for his improvisational and comedic style.

• 1917 Phyllis Diller

  Pioneering American comedian known for her eccentric stage persona, self-deprecating humor, and groundbreaking comedy performances in the 1950s and 1960s. She was a trailblazing female comedian who challenged traditional comedy norms with her unique style and wit.

• 1935 Donald Sutherland

  Renowned Canadian-American actor with a prolific career spanning over six decades, known for versatile roles in film, television, and theater.

• 1935 Diahann Carroll

  Groundbreaking African American actress and singer who broke racial barriers, first Black woman to star in her own TV series with 'Julia', and Tony Award winner.

• 1944 Carlos Alberto Torres

  Legendary Brazilian football player and manager, captain of the iconic 1970 World Cup-winning Brazilian national team, widely considered one of the greatest defenders in football history.

• 1947 Camilla Duchess of Cornwall

  Camilla is the wife of King Charles III and a prominent member of the British Royal Family, known for her role as the Duchess of Cornwall and later Queen Consort.

• 1947 Camilla Bowles

  Camilla bowles is a member of the british royal family and is mostly known for her marriage to prince charles.

• 1948 Ron Asheton

  Ron Asheton was a pioneering punk rock guitarist and founding member of The Stooges, a highly influential proto-punk band led by Iggy Pop. He is considered a key figure in the development of punk and garage rock music.

• 1950 Mithun Chakraborty

  Mithun Chakraborty is a prominent Indian actor who dominated Bollywood cinema during the 1980s and 1990s, known for his versatile performances across multiple genres.

• 1950 Phoebe Snow

  Phoebe Snow was an acclaimed American singer-songwriter best known for her 1975 hit 'Poetry Man' and her influential folk-jazz musical style.

• 1951 Lucie Arnaz

  Lucie Arnaz is an American actress from a famous entertainment family, daughter of Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz. She appeared on 'Here's Lucy' and had her own brief television show in the 1980s.

• 1952 David Hasselhoff

  David Hasselhoff is an iconic American actor and singer, famous for starring in 'Knight Rider' and 'Baywatch', who became a global entertainment phenomenon in the 1980s and 1990s.

• 1954 Angela Merkel

  Angela Merkel served as Chancellor of Germany from 2005 to 2021, becoming one of the most influential political leaders in Europe. She was known for her pragmatic leadership during critical periods like the European financial crisis and refugee challenges.

• 1956 Wong Kar-wai

  Acclaimed Hong Kong film director known for his visually stunning and emotionally complex art house cinema.

• 1962 Malaysia Airlines Flight 17

  Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 was a tragic passenger flight shot down over eastern Ukraine on July 17, 2014, resulting in the death of all 298 people on board. The incident was a significant international event that heightened tensions between Russia and the West.

• 1967 Will Ferrell

  Iconic American comedian, actor, and producer known for his work on Saturday Night Live and numerous comedy films.

• 1969 Jason Clarke

  Jason Clarke is an acclaimed Australian actor known for powerful performances in critically acclaimed films like 'Zero Dark Thirty' and 'Dawn of the Planet of the Apes'.

• 1975 Apollo 11 (launch date)

  Apollo 11 was the historic spaceflight that first landed humans on the moon on July 20, 1969, marking a pivotal moment in human space exploration.

• 1975 Terence Tao

  Terence Tao is a world-renowned mathematician who won the Fields Medal in 2006 and the Breakthrough Prize in Mathematics in 2014, known for his groundbreaking work in harmonic analysis and additive combinatorics.

• 1976 Eric Winter

  Eric Winter is an American actor and model known for his roles in television series and films, with a successful career in entertainment.

• 1976 Dagmara Dominczyk

  Dagmara Dominczyk is a Polish actress recognized for her performances in notable films like 'The Count of Monte Cristo' and 'The Immigrant'.

• 1976 Luke Bryan

  Luke Bryan is a prominent American country music singer and songwriter, famous for hit songs like 'Country Girl (Shake It for Me)' and multiple awards.

• 1981 Mélanie Thierry

  French actress known for her versatile roles in cinema and theater, particularly recognized for her performance in the science fiction film 'Babylon A.D.' starring alongside Vin Diesel.

• 1989 Gareth Bale

  Gareth Bale is a professional footballer who played as a winger for Real Madrid and the Welsh national team, known for his exceptional speed and goal-scoring abilities.

• 1992 Billie Lourd

  Actress and daughter of Carrie Fisher, known for her roles in American Horror Story and Star Wars sequel trilogy. She is an actress and performer with a notable Hollywood lineage.

• 2014 Plane MH17

  Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 was a scheduled passenger flight from Amsterdam to Kuala Lumpur that was shot down over eastern Ukraine during the Russo-Ukrainian conflict, resulting in the death of all 298 people on board. The incident occurred on July 17, 2014, near Hrabove, in a region controlled by pro-Russian separatists, and became a significant international political controversy.